Neighborhood - Washington Square

Washington Square

Five miles west of downtown Boston and directly south of Allston, Washington Square offers residents both a city atmosphere and a suburban sense of community. Some call this Brookline neighborhood a grown-up Cambridge, satisfying the needs of families without sacrificing the fun of Boston. Good public transit and fast commutes to the city add to the appeal, attracting young professionals and students from nearby Boston College and Boston University. The architecture runs from elaborate single-family Victorians to turn-of-the-century brownstones and modern apartment buildings.